Indiana hits the road for its third conference matchup this weekend against a 2-2 (0-1) Northwestern team that’s struggled to hit its stride this season.
For what feels like the first time this season, Indiana will enter as heavy favorites. The line is set for 13.5 while ESPN analytics gives the Hoosiers an 84.9% chance of victory.
Northwestern is still a Big Ten opponent though, led by the reigning conference coach of the year, David Braun. Braun is undoubtedly facing new challenges in year two, but he’s won in Evanston before.
Speaking of Evanston, it’s worth addressing where this game is being played.